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Policy
"A city rising is a beautiful thing"
Business Relations between Ireland and Austria
Subsidised Training
Using Digital for a PR Campaign: Building a Brand Newsroom
Online Brand Management: Using Digital Storytelling To Bring Your Brand To Life
Events
Empowered by the Innovation of Technology
Cork Digital Marketing Awards Launch Event
Get Your Business Brexit Ready
Chillin’ & Grillin
International
The Future of the European Union
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Policy
"A city rising is a beautiful thing"
Rebel Rising Cork Supplement
 
Did you catch the Rebel Rising Cork Supplement in the Sunday Business Post? If not, re-read all about the many developments and general excitement happening in and around Cork here

Business Relations between Ireland and Austria
 

In this week’s edition of ‘Brexit Beyond the Border’, we spoke to Wilhelm Nest, Director of Advantage Austria in Ireland. Mr. Nest told us about the strong economic and commercial links between Ireland and Austria. Click here to read the latest edition.



Subsidised Training
Using Digital for a PR Campaign: Building a Brand Newsroom
July 20th - €130 for Chamber Members
 

You will gain:

 

  • An ability to create relevant and compelling audience-first digital PR campaigns on the right channels for your business
  • An understanding of the concept of a ‘brand newsroom’ and how to make best use of the digital and social media tools available
  • An understanding of social media channels for business, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat
  • Practical tips and advice including how to write for digital media, how to utilise corporate storytelling best practice, and how to build an editorial calendar


Secure your place here!



Online Brand Management: Using Digital Storytelling To Bring Your Brand To Life
July 27th - €130 for Chamber Members!
 

You will gain:

  • An ability to create and sustain a consistent and compelling brand story online
  • An understanding of how to engage with their customers online, and how to foster an atmosphere of positive engagement
  • An insight into employee advocacy programmes
  • The key skills to create a thought leadership programme, from writing compelling blogposts to delivering memorable talks
  • An overview of the pros and cons of using paid promotion to build your brand’s presence on social media


Secure your place here!

 



Events
Empowered by the Innovation of Technology
In association with the National Recruitment Federation
 

Date: Thursday 29th June

Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Venue: The Imperial Hotel

FREE for Cork Chamber and NRF members

BOOK HERE

 

 

 

 

Every industry has been impacted by rapid changes and advancements in technology in recent years and recruitment is no different. Technology has changed the way recruiters source and communicate with talent and the way candidates find jobs, but with constant innovation it can be hard to keep up.

 

Cork Chamber has partnered with the National Recruitment Federation (NRF) to bring you an evening seminar that will cover global trends in the recruitment industry as well as taking a more in-depth look at the current and future use of technology in the field of search and selection.

 

 

CLICK HERE to book your place and find out how you can be Empowered by the Innovation of Technology. #empowercork



Cork Digital Marketing Awards Launch Event
How to Win At Digital
 

Date: 5th July
Time:
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Venue: Cork International Hotel
Cost:
Free - registration essential

Book HERE




This event will start with a seminar on how to win at digital with all the best tips and tricks from Damien Mulley. You will get to hear from previous winners and have an opportunity to ask questions and see a showcase of the best of digital marketing in Cork. Nomination categories will be announced for the Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2017


Secure your place here!



Get Your Business Brexit Ready
Breakfast briefing in association with InterTradeIreland
 
 

Date: Friday 7th July
Time: 7:30am – 9:00am
Venue: Clayton Hotel Cork City (formerly The Clarion)
Cost: FREE for members

BOOK HERE


Cork Chamber have partnered with InterTradeIreland to host Get Your Business Brexit Ready, a free event designed specifically for SMEs who are looking for the latest advice and information on Brexit.  This briefing will help you plan, act and engage for the new trading relationships that may emerge from Brexit negotiations. If you haven’t already, now is the time to start your Brexit preparations. For full details and to book your place click here.


Chillin’ & Grillin
BBQ at The Courtyard on Sober Lane
 

Date: Tuesday 25th July
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Venue: The Courtyard on Sober Lane
Cost: FREE for members

BOOK HERE



Join us for a Business After Hours BBQ at The Courtyard on Sober Lane, a unique and vibrant space in the heart of the city which was awarded the 2017 Tourist Venue Award from The Good Eating Guide to Ireland. Make sure you book your place early to come along to see this award-winning facility. We can’t promise the sun will be shining but we can promise plenty of opportunities to mingle and network, a great atmosphere and delicious food!



Promotion
Amplify - Ireland’s Newest and Largest Digital Marketing Conference
20% Discount for Cork Chamber Members
 

Date: Thursday 27th & Friday 28th July
Venue: Clayton Hotel Silver Springs

BOOK HERE* 20% discount for members



Cork Chamber are proud partners of Amplify, Ireland’s newest and largest Digital Marketing Conference. This two day event features a stellar panel of speakers from world class organisations such as LinkedIn and Google. Attendees will receive information, insights and inspiration on all areas of Digital Marketing from Social Media and Google Adwords to Content Creation and Data. What truly sets Amplify apart is its’ series of in-depth masterclasses delivered by industry experts designed to give you practical knowledge and skills and that you can immediately implement to digitally transform your business.

 

Click here to book tickets and avail of a 20% discount with the promo code *ChamberCork until 10th July

 



Feelgood Friday 30th June 2017
 
Feelgood Friday is back this Friday June 30th! With lots of exciting offers for everyone to enjoy - from exhibitions to Pizza to free co-working space, be sure and check out the 'read more' below for full details -  This is a Friday not to missed.  

MUSICA ORCHESTRA CORK will be headlining the Feel Good Friday events. 

2020 Art Gallery

Me Daza, Cork: Ireland’s Masterpiece, like

June to September 2017

2020 Art Gallery, North Mall, Cork
See more online

 

 


This is an exhibition for anyone who loves Cork, so everybody!

2020 Art Gallery’s tribute to its home, Cork, returns to shine a light on the wonderful city once again. In previous years Me Daza has focused on the food culture and landscape as well as the extraordinary artists the city has produced in recent times. In addition to these themes this year its most famous landmarks will also form the inspiration for the works included. Cork city centre is watched over by two golden beacons, on the north side it’s renowned Goldie Fish sits atop St Anne’s Shandon and on the south side the Goldie Angel is poised to blow her trumpet from her perch on the dramatic neo-gothic  St Finbarr’s Cathedral. Some artists taking part have created work that references these unique symbols of Cork.

Go and indulge in your love for Cork this Feel Good Friday, or any day this Summer, and you might even be tempted to kit your office out with some Cork themed art!

 


4 Star Pizza

The lovely people at 4 Star Pizza are offering a 14 inch Pizza with 3 toppings for just €10!

This fantastic offer is available across all six 4 Star Pizza outlets for carry out orders ONLY.

 

Just ask for the Feel Good Friday offer at the point of purchase.

 

Amicus

The crew in Amicus have put together some delicious specials this Feel Good Friday!

Try a Sharing Board + Jug of Sangria or Pimm’s €29.95 available from 12pm-10pm, June 30th.

Or grab a Pizza + 2 Cans of Rebel Red for just €20

 

Now one for the Kiddies!

Kids Feel Good Friday Fiver - Main Course + Scoop of Homemade Ice-cream + Soft Drink €5 available from 12pm-6pm

 

Arthur Mayne’s

Enjoy a jug of Pims for €15 all night!

 

BDSM

Enjoy our cocktail of the week - 2 for €10 until 9pm

 

Bodega

Enjoy a complimentary cocktail with any steak purchased.

 

Clayton Hotel Cork City

Stop by the Clayton Hotel, Cork City this Feel Good Friday and receive a complimentary home-made lemonade for all guests at lunchtime in Globe Restaurant and the Red Bean Roastery at the Clayton Hotel Cork City and the team will be giving out complimentary lemonades on the Boardwalk from 12 – 2pm!

 

Costigans Pub

Costigan’s Pub will be serving complimentary hamburgers in the pub from 6pm to celebrate Feel Good Friday.

Don’t delay because these mouth-watering hamburgers are only available while stocks last!

 

 

D'Bag Shop

D’Bag Shop, specialising in Jansport School Bags, have a Jansport bag to give away to one lucky person this Feel Good Friday. 

Anyone who Likes their Facebook page on Feel Good Friday will be entered into a draw and a winner will be picked on Friday evening!

The lucky winner will be announced on the D'Bag Facebook page on Friday evening.

 

E.O.S – Executive Office Suites & Secretarial Services

The friendly folks at E.O.S invite you to stop by and listen to some “feel good” music while the kettle is boiling.

A little birdie told us that they have a secret stash of croissants too for those who ask nicely

Just tell them we sent you!

 

Flame

Buy one main get second half price.

Don’t forget there's a free ice cream with every dish!

 

J. Barter - travelnet.ie

Everyone that visits the J. Barter Travel office on Patrick Street this Feel Good Friday and enquires about holidays, will be given the opportunity to enter into a draw to be in with a chance of winning a €150 holiday voucher. The lucky winner will be announced on Friday 30th June at 6pm.

 

Leader & Co. Menswear

The incredibly generous folk at Leader & Co. are offering an amazing 20% off all items on Friday 30th June.

Just ask for the Feel Good Friday offer at the point of purchase.

 

 

Republic of Work

The team over at Republic of Work know how to give you that Friday feeling!
They are offering a FREE Co-Working Friday to the first 50 people who register on Eventbrite

 


Rising Sons Brewery

Our famous pizza & pint deal extended for Feel Good Friday - Enjoy our home made Italian style pizza with a choice of toppings and a pint of our award winning beer for €12.

 


Triskel 

The talented Triskel team are hosting a Visual Arts Exhibition – Child’s Play by Australian Artist Michael Kempson presented by Cork Printmakers this Feel Good Friday.

This exhibition takes place on Friday 30th June from 10am – 5pm.

Admission Free. No Booking required.

 


The Fish Wife

Buy any burger and get a free bag of chips this Feel Good Friday!

Offer available from 12-6 in both stores – MacCurtain Street & Grand Parade.

 


The Gate Cinema

Upgrade to a Large Popcorn when you buy a Medium Popcorn at the Gate Cinema for no extra charge! 

Just ask for the Feel Good Friday offer at the point of purchase.

 

 

The Metropole Hotel

Summer Superfood Salad, herb salad, grapefruit, peppers, beans, quinoa and blue berry dressing €6.00 per person.

Summer Gin Cocktail with grapefruit and green tea €9.50 per cocktail.

 

The Pantry Café

The Pantry Café upstairs in Merchants Quay Shopping Centre, is offering a coffee and a cake all day this Feel Good Friday for only €5.00! 

Just mention Feel Good Friday when ordering at the counter.

 

The Shelbourne Bar

Drop into The Shelbourne Bar this Feel Good Friday and enjoy a complementary Bacon and Cheese Burger from 6pm.

 

Union Grind

Stop by Union Grind this Feel Good Friday and receive a free Mars bar with any coffee purchased all day and seize the opportunity to sample their brand new cold brew coffee - 'The Beard Stroker'!

Vibes and Scribes 

The lovely people at Vibes & Scribes are having a special Feel Good Friday Sale in both their new and second hand bookshops and in the craft shop.

They are offering 10% off in-store when you ask for the “Feel Good Friday Discount”.

 

 


Despite uncertainty of Brexit, future looks bright for Dairygold
 
Jim Woulfe, CEO of Dairygold, said that despite the headwinds of Brexit, the future looks bright for Dairygold and the dairy business in Cork and Munster.  Speaking at the Cork Chamber breakfast this morning, Mr Woulfe emphasised his confidence that Dairygold would continue to prosper through turbulent times with a clear strategic focus, as well as the spirit of resilience and tenacity which has seen the organisation through significant challenges over the last decade.

“Dairygold has a track record of overcoming great challenges but we’ve also harnessed opportunities in solving many of these challenges,” he stated.


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International
The Future of the European Union
 

Date: Friday, 30th June 

Time: 4.30 pm to 7 pm
Venue: Imperial Hotel

Book: HERE

 

Friday’s session will be chaired by Deirdre Clune MEP and speakers will include Simon Coveney, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade; Declan Walsh, UCC Faculty of Law; and Andy Klom, European Commisison.

The European Commission has published a White Paper on the Future of Europe which outlines five options for the EU, post Brexit.

  • Should the Union stay as it is?
  • Should the Union deal only with trade?
  • Should it do much more?
  • Should some members move at different speeds?
  • What role should the EU play in international security?

 

Click here to book your place.



Member News
Member News
 
  • Circular Ocean seeks designers, creatives and innovators - read more

  • ''Exceptional Care” at St Joseph’s Hospital Bon Secours Care Village - read more
  • Fuzion Communications appoint Patrick Jones as PR Account Manager - read more

  • TRANSLIT acquires Instant Translation - read more

  • Business Needs to See Progress and Certainty from EU-UK Brexit Negotiations - read more
  • ‘Myrtleville Selkies’ do the Channel Swim for CUH Children’s Unit - read more

  • CUH Charity and Bishopstown GAA invite you to Wheel4Life 2017 - read more


 
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Members Offers
Do business with fellow members
 
  • Lee Travel Ltd: Family offer - Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah - read more
  • Cogans Toyota Carrigaline: Air Conditioning Service for your Toyota €99 - read more
  • The Metropole: 3 Months Corporate Single Membership €99 - read more
  • Fota Island Resort: Enjoy a complimentary PIMM's cocktail reception with a BBQ - read more
  • The Logiskills Group:  Limit the effects of BREXIT on your business and seize opportunities in new markets - read more
  • Spiralli Business Solutions Ltd: 10% off Professional Web Consultancy Services - read more
  • Hayfield Manor: Avail of Afternoon Tea for Two at a reduced price of €28 per person - read more
  • Admirror: 20% discount on Admirror advertising for Chamber members - read more


Do business with fellow Cork Chamber members through sharing an offer. Offers can be submitted through the Member Information Centre (MIC) and all current offers are displayed on our website.



Member Events
Upcoming Member Events
 
  • Breakthrough Cancer Research: Kerryway Fundraising Walk, July 7th - July 9th, read more
  • Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan, July 8th - July 23rd, - read more
  • Everyman: Second Honeymoon, July 14th - read more & Every Brilliant Thing at The Everyman
  • UCC: A Summer's Evening on the Quad at UCC, July 15th - read more
  • Mercy Foundation: ‘Make Your Mark on Cancer’ charity walk, July 16th - read more
  • New Links Training Solutions: Train the Trainer QQI Level 6, July 25th - read more
  • Amplify Digital Marketing Conference, 27th & 28th July - read moreread more
  • Mercer:Trustee Training Course, August 15th - read more
  • CUH Charity & Bishopstown GAA invite you to sign up for Wheel4Life 2017 this summer - read more
  • New Links Training Solutions: Conflict Management QQI Level 6, September 6th - read more
  • Ballyseedy Home & Garden: Farmers Market every Wednesday - read more
  • EURES Brussels Employment Fair, September 28th - read more


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